About the Black-cheeked Gnateater
The black-cheeked gnateater is a species of bird in the family Conopophagidae endemic to Brazil. The male is distinguished by its orange crown, black face and white throat, while the female has brown plumage.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Gnateaters (Conopophagidae) |
| Species | Conopophaga melanops |
| Species Codes | blcgna1, BCGN |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-cheeked Gnateater belong to?
The Black-cheeked Gnateater (Conopophaga melanops) belongs to the Gnateaters family (Conopophagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-cheeked Gnateater?
The black-cheeked gnateater is a species of bird in the family Conopophagidae endemic to Brazil. The male is distinguished by its orange crown, black face and white throat, while the female has brown plumage....
Where can I report a Black-cheeked Gnateater sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-cheeked Gnateater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blcgna1, or on iNaturalist.
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